"I am retired, 61 years old, and I don't give up easy! I fight! That's what lead me to ATC."
Greg Kosareff
Vehicle: 2022 Chevy Tahoe Z71
Conversion: Driver Side Conversion
Introduction: “I have Muscular Dystrophy type LGMD2I, THERE ARE SO MANY FACTORS of why I chose this conversion. In the past 5 years i have broken my right shoulder, and suffered a concussion, in the last 2 years i have shattered both of my Femurs, and suffered a major heart attack due to the meds and recovery…I have fallen too many times using my last vehicle, a Van conversion with a rear load ramp/lift, and a drivers lift seat…We live in northern Idaho and have some brutal weather so loading and unloading became extremely difficult. IM TIRED OF FALLING..just to get in my van….plus the last system just took so long to load and get anywhere. iI am retired, 61 years old, and i dont give up easy! I fight! Thats what lead me to you ATC..”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life?
“We can now go Anywhere in Any weather Anytime i choose! It is a life changer!”
What are your favorite features of the conversion?
“Every single thing is absolutely perfect! It is fast to load and unload!…and it looks super professional, looks factory..it perfect and im very picky! i will have more pictures soon!”
"I'm 42 years old C5 quadriplegic injured in an accident in July 3, 2004. I work part-time at Home Depot and the electric department."
Aric Hilyard
Vehicle: 2020 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Trail Boss
Conversion: Driver Side Conversion
Introduction: “I’m 42 years old C5 quadriplegic injured in an accident in July 3,
2004. I work part-time at Home Depot and the electric department.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life?
“This truck improves my life every day by getting to and from work with
the hydraulic conversion it’s more reliable than the old electronic
conversion from svm. I can tow a trailer easier what day is than you
ever could with a minivan.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion?
“Two favorite things about this is a hydraulics and being able to have
a big lift kit and big tires.”
I can drive. I have autonomy. I love to talk to people and show them how the truck works.
Tim Ramey
Vehicle: 2017 Chevrolet Silverado
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I was paralysed 38 years ago in a car accident. I have used a manual wheelchair 34 years of that time until my shoulders started to get bad arthritis and many injuries. I was told by my doctor that if i had surgery it might not help and could even make my life worse by reducing my range of motion. He said i should think about preserving what i had by taking some of the strain off of my shoulders with the use of a power chair. I thought then that this would be the end of my days of driving a 4×4 and having the freedom to hunt, fish and enjoy the outdoors as i had all my life. I started doing research on alternatives to vans and a friend told me he had seen a truck once where the door slid out like an rv slide out which allowed the driver to be picked up in his wheelchair and put in the drivers seat space. Doing research on the internet i came upon an article about ATC lifts and the rest is history. I convinced the Department Of Aging and Rehabilitation in northern Virginia that this was the answer to all my transportation problems and that this conversion would allow me to keep working and keep my independence. They took some convincing but i am a person who does not take no for an answer much, so after a year of jumping through hoops they agreed to convert my new truck with an ATC lift. I am now back to the independent man i have always been. Thanks ATC”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “With my truck i am able to haul, tow and carry the things that make my life fun and interesting. I can get to places that a lot of people can’t and in general be a part of society in a way that makes me feel like i am a whole person. The lift gets a lot of attention so i get to meet and converse with many people who love my truck and the freedom that it gives me. I am a people person and love to meet new people. I can get in and out of my truck easily and quickly so everyday life is so much easier to deal with. My wife likes having someone else to drive her around and like the old saying goes, happy wife, happy life. We are now traveling the country in an rv and i am in the process of putting a tow system on the front so that i can take my truck with us wherever we go. A friend is making me a slide out box with separate compartments so that i can carry ramps and tools i need, along with my fishing and hunting equipment for my recreation needs. My life is very full and i owe much of that to God and my ATC lift.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “Ease of use.
Fast cycle times
Stock look to my truck
A reel conversation piece
No transfers and no wheelchair transportation problems
Low noise
Easy to maintain
Still have full use of my trucks passenger and carry spaces
The door acts as an umbrella during inclement weather
My independence”
My ATC truck gives me freedom and independence to go wherever and whenever I want.
Kristi Allen
Vehicle: 2020 Chevrolet Silverado RST
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “My name is Kristi and I am a T1 paraplegic from Sioux Falls, SD. When I was 15 a rare virus called Transverse Myelitis attacked my spinal cord. I have two dogs, Romo and Pie (I LOVE dogs), I am a former Ms. Wheelchair South Dakota, I love going to concerts, the Dallas Cowboys, hanging out with my friends, fishing and traveling. I am secretary for Paralyzed Veterans of America.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “My ATC truck gives me freedom and independence to go wherever and whenever I want. This is my third truck and the technology just keeps getting better and better. I am looking forward to road trips! Lets go!!”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “I love how fast it is to get in and out of the truck. That will be a nice feature during those crazy cold South Dakota winters. I love that it is huge – I can see anything and everything around me. This is my first truck with four-wheel drive so I am looking forward to having some fun with that. And another favorite feature is when guys drool and gawk and how totally cool my truck is. ?”
I’ve been injured for going on 7 years and having this conversion on my truck allows me so much freedom!
Keith Campbell
Vehicle: 2013 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I’m aT7 paraplegic and I love being outdoors hunting, fishing or just being outside! I’ve been injured for going on 7 years and having this conversion on my truck allows me so much freedom!”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “Not having to worry about scheduling appointments around other people’s schedules and if I want to go do something and feel like it I can just do it! Having the freedom to go when I want means everything to me!”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “It’s fast getting in and out and keeps you out of the weather while getting in and out and so far has been very durable!”
Vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I live in east Texas with my wife and 3 dogs. I love to be outdoors hunting, fishing, shooting guns and hanging out with friends and family. I sustained my spinal cord injury about a year ago and have had to adapt and overcome many obstacles since then. My ATC conversion has made a huge difference in my day to day life.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “I love my ATC conversion. It allows me to be independent and self-sufficient. Before the conversion, I had to rely on others to assist me with my wheelchair when getting in and out of the vehicle. It saves me time and energy getting in and out of my truck and saves the wear and tear on my shoulders from getting in and out of the vehicle several times a day.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “My favorite feature… is the convenience of not having to get out of my wheelchair to drive. The conversion allows me to conserve energy by simply backing my manual chair up on the platform.”
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado
Conversion: Passenger’s Side
Introduction: “People say I’m the life of any party; I like to make everyone smile, but more importantly, I like to show people that life is worth living despite our individual challenges.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “My ATC conversion gives me life in every aspect; it gives me freedom, style, hope and a ridiculous amount of unforgettable moments that wouldn’t be possible without my truck.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “People hold their breaths when they see it. Children think it’s the absolute coolest thing they’ve ever seen, and I just love that life has no restriction anymore since my truck arrived! (Former wheelchair van owner – THANK JESUS FOR MY TRUCK)”
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I’m 22 from Manns Harbor, North Carolina; a small town on the Outer Banks. My favorite things to do are hunt, fish, ride horses and spend time with my dogs; anything outdoors. As Ms Wheelchair North Carolina I come in contact with many people with all different types of disabilities that can benefit from the conversion”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “A car accident in 2014 altered my active lifestyle and left me paralyzed from the waist down. I decided it wouldn’t take my freedom and favorite things to do. Having my truck gives me the independence that was taken from me and still allows me to enjoy my hobbies.”
"I absolutely love all the compliments I get from [my ATC]. Everyone tells me, 'I am so happy for you,' 'Good for you,' 'You deserve it.'"
Cindy Hotalen
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado High Country
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “My name is Cindy Lou Hotalen and I am 35 years old. I haven been paralyzed from waist down since 2003 due to a spinal cord tumor. I have owned my own business for the past 4 years; I have a tanning salon and boutique! I am a go-getter; I let nothing stop me from reaching my goals in life”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “Everything is amazing… I just love how it makes me feel independent and on-top of the world. No more minivan!”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “I love getting asked questions while I am getting out of it. I get into the Walmart parking lot and people just walk by and stare at it, as if it’s something they have never seen. I start to open the door and they are like, ‘Oh wow! That’s amazing.’ I absolutely love all the compliments I get from it. Also, everyone tells me, ‘I am so happy for you,’ ‘Good for you,’ ‘You deserve it.’ They say, ‘This is just amazing – what they can do for people in your situation,’ and it makes me feel good. I love ATC; I wouldn’t go to any other company.”
"I’m a software developer by trade and enjoy all things technological, but also love the outdoors."
Gabriel Valencia
Vehicle: GMC Sierra AT4
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I’m a software developer by trade and enjoy all things technological, but also love the outdoors. My wife and two children like to go camping and plinking with our firearms. Just moved to TX where my ATC truck’s off-road capabilities will be put to use!”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “Having complete access to the rear seats and truck bed makes it easy to take the family with a lot of cargo. My wife is happy too because she can load things more easily.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “The truck’s high ground clearance allows me to go anywhere without worrying about damaging the underside and it makes it easier to drive when you can see above other vehicles.”
"I love outdoor activity, and ATC can get me and my 4x4 out into the woods for safe all-terrain activities."
Tim Gardipee
Vehicle: Chevrolet Z71 Silverado
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I am a retired Army lieutenant colonel; 32 years, four war zones. I was medically retired and paralyzed by a bad parachute landing in 2005.”
“I love outdoor activity, and ATC can get me and my 4×4 out into the woods for safe all-terrain activities. I enjoy hunting, sledding, shooting and photography.”
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado Z71
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I am currently studying at Texas A&M International University to be a computer engineer. Some of my hobbies are hanging out with friends, going to the movies, out to eat, and to the mall. I also enjoy spending time with my family. All of this made possible with my ATC truck. I chose ATC because of the advanced machines that are put into their vehicles.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “My vehicle improves my everyday life by making it easier to go anywhere from city streets to off-road, making it more than just a vehicle; it’s independence.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “My favorite features of the conversion are that it’s a truck not a van, and the way the conversion is done seamlessly where the truck looks OEM, and can’t forget about the gull-wing.”
Introduction: “I am the president of the Veterans for Mobility Impaired American organization. My hobbies include basketball, tennis, track and field, power lifting, hunting and fishing.
I like having a truck that can be used to haul rocks and my track chair. My ATC allows me to keep my independence. I am retired from the Navy; I served as an F18 aviation electrician.”
"My new ATC truck will allow me to not only travel for my job very comfortably, but hunt anywhere I want due to its capabilities."
Scott Morgan
Vehicle: 2019 GMC AT4
Conversion: Driver’s Side, Power Wheelchair
Introduction: “Hi, my name is Scott Morgan and I am a licensed professional counselor. I also work with special needs youth and help them to get jobs. I love to hunt, camp and travel. My new ATC truck will allow me to not only travel for my job very comfortably, but hunt anywhere I want due to its capabilities. I would be more than happy to travel and show my truck and tell potential customers about its capabilities.”
"This is my second ATC vehicle. I really like the craftsmanship and uniqueness of the modifications."
Danner Ferris
Vehicle: Chevrolet Tahoe
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I am a disabled veteran and retiree of the US Department of Veterans Affairs.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “My ATC vehicle has improved my lifestyle in several ways but most importantly it gets me out of the house, because now I want to drive instead of it being such a chore. In a minivan I was always uncomfortable with my wheelchair swinging from side to side. With the ATC conversion my wheelchair doesn’t move and it feels like I’m driving from a regular vehicle. I meet a lot of people when they see my modified Tahoe and they are just amazed at how advanced it is.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “This is my second ATC vehicle. I really like the craftsmanship and uniqueness of the modifications.”
"I am a wheelchair athlete that travels all over the U.S. for different wheelchair sports. I bought [my ATC] for a better quality of life."
Rene Peterson
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I am a paralyzed United States Army veteran. I am a wheelchair athlete that travels all over the United States for different wheelchair sports. I bought [my ATC] for a better quality of life.”
“I like to travel and boat a lot on the St Lawrence River. I chose ATC due to the convenience and quality.”
Thomas Lazore
Vehicle: 2019 GMC AT4
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I like to travel and boat a lot on the St Lawrence River. I chose ATC due to the convenience and quality.”
"I am a very active person that coaches youth basketball year round... I love being able to come and go without assistance from others."
James Davis
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I am a very active person that coaches youth basketball year round so my truck is usually full of kids and baseball equipment. I love being able to come and go without assistance from others like I needed when I drove a car. I did not want to drive a van”
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LT
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I was in an ATV accident which left me a C5 Quad. This truck allows me to do the activities I did before my accident, and I did not want to be stuck driving a van. I enjoy doing anything outside; I like farming and driving heavy equipment.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “My ATC truck has given me my freedom back. I can go wherever I want whenever I want!”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “My favorite features are the door and the lift because they are unique and allow people like me to drive cool vehicles instead of just vans.”
"I wish everyone with a need could have [an ATC]. It allows one the freedom that they should have."
Michael Stokes
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I am a retired USAF and state of Missouri Disabled Veterans Representative. I was using a lift on the back of my vehicle; this is so much easier to use. I wish everyone with a need could have one. It allows one the freedom that they should have. Thanks [to ATC] for having such a great product.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “I don’t know how I did without it; I was self-loading my chair on the back; it was so hard to do with my medical problems.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “The ease of loading and unloading my chair to go anywhere; I don’t have to ask anyone to go with me.”
"I am a retired New Orleans police officer that was shot in the line of duty... I was not ready to settle for a minivan, so I chose ATC."
Johnny Passaro
Introduction: “I am a retired New Orleans police officer that was shot in the line of duty in 2013. I have a C7 spinal cord injury and I am paralyzed from the chest down. I was not ready to settle for a minivan, so I chose ATC. The conversion on my 2017 Chevy Silverado Z71 4×4 allows me to continue all the outdoor activities that I enjoyed before my accident.”
"I love the durability, dependability & security I get from this conversion... it gives me the ability to go off-road or anywhere I choose."
John Tice
Introduction: “My truck has a six inch suspension lift which gives me the ability to go off-road or anywhere I choose. I love the durability, dependability and security I get from this conversion! People are thrilled to see the independence I have from driving this truck and I’m proud to call it mine! The ATC conversion is simply amazing.”
"I chose ATC so I can drive from the factory chair or my wheelchair... I also like the blocking-of-elements from the gull-wing door"
Brock Lyons
Introduction: “After a spinal cord injury in 2014, I thought ‘I can’t ride my motorcycle or go hiking again.’ and did not want to drive a minivan. I chose ATC so I can drive from the factory chair or my wheelchair; ATC is the only option for me to do that. I also like the blocking-of-elements from the gull-wing door, and the speed of the lift.
"[My ATC] makes me pretty much independent: I go where I want when I want."
Joey Conner
Vehicle: GMC Sierra
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I like to cook on the grill, go fishing, go to church and hang out with my friends.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “It makes me pretty much independent: I go where I want when I want.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “I get to stay in my power chair.”
Vehicle: GMC Sierra
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I love Jesus and getting outside in my yard, garden and working on little projects.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “The conversion allows me to go into many off-road environments, but still have modern comforts.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “Being able to go off-road.”
Vehicle: GMC Sierra All-Terrain X
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “Thank you ATC for getting me on the road in style! I work full-time as a software engineer, but do a lot of traveling to play wheelchair rugby. My truck allows me to haul the team equipment, as well as my boat. It’s a nice step away from the van I used to drive. I added a snowplow to take care of my driveway and a few others’.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “Based off everything in my Bio, ‘it keeps me rolling’!”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “Basically my favorite feature is the fact that the conversion allows me to drive a bada** 4×4 truck. Sure beats a van conversion!”
"I am a student who’s always lived an athletic lifestyle. I love the versatility of a truck... to help people load and transport things."
Sterling Thomas
Introduction: “I am a student who’s always lived an athletic lifestyle. I work out everyday and am on a wheelchair basketball team. I love the versatility of a truck, and being able to help people load and transport things. I have always driven a truck, and enjoy the big loud engine, so driving a van just wasn’t going to happen.”
"I am a T1 paraplegic; paralyzed back in 1988. I found that a 4-wheel drive GMC was the answer. One less minivan :)."
Patrick Keating
Introduction: “I am a T1 paraplegic; paralyzed back in 1988. I have been pushing my manual chair for years which has worn out my shoulders. So, I started using a power chair every day, but still use a manual chair when I travel for work. I did not want another van, and needed a vehicle that would allow me to drive from my power chair, factory seat and could be pulled behind my RV. So, after researching, I found that a 4-wheel drive GMC was the answer. One less minivan :).”
"I have been confined to a wheelchair for most of my life, and have always dreamed of owning a truck."
Douglas Hall
Introduction: “I have been confined to a wheelchair for most of my life, and have always dreamed of owning a truck.
I am married, and have a daughter who absolutely loves playing hockey. During the hockey season you’ll find us with a bed full of hockey equipment, traveling for practices, games and tournaments. We love to travel and meet new people wherever we go.”
"I chose ATC because I have always wanted a truck, and I like the weather protection of the gull-wing door."
Doug Lindley
Introduction: “I chose ATC because I have always wanted a truck, and I like the weather protection of the gull-wing door. It made me nervous to by a truck and trust someone to cut it up, but I would tell anyone that I do not regret trusting ATC.
I served in the Marine Corps for six years. I enjoy boating, antiques, and flea markets, and love to spend time with my grandkids.”
"...I am absolutely enamored with my ATC vehicle. It really has helped take the 'dis" out of disability."
Curtis Strang
Introduction: “I’ve always loved vehicles and I’ve always loved driving. Before needing a wheelchair, I drove a 5th Gen. Camaro, but now am absolutely enamored with my ATC vehicle. It really has helped take the “dis” out of disability.”
Introduction: “When I was 15 years old I was in a hunting accident that left me paralyzed. I have limited movement in my elbows and wrists, but that has not slowed me down one bit. I still go out with the crossbow, rifle and fishing pole, and average around 20 days bow hunting every fall chasing whitetail. If I am not hunting or fishing I am thinking about hunting or fishing. Besides that, I am active in my local wildlife club, our town baseball program and like to do a little writing. With my outdoor lifestyle and living in North Dakota, ATC was a no-brainer when looking for a new wheelchair accessible vehicle.
I chose ATC because they are the only [conversion company] out there that makes what I wanted and needed. Their customer service and products are top-notch.”
"This ATC truck allows me to continue living independently doing the things I enjoy."
Blaine Miller
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado High Country
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I am a Veteran, C5/6 quadriplegic. I try to do everything in life that I did prior to my injury 15 years ago. I’ve driven up and down the Alaskan Hwy five times in my chair. I enjoy shooting, hunting. Fishing, boating, riding side by sides and camping.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion?
“This ATC truck allows me to continue living independently doing the things I enjoy. Days after purchasing my ATC Silverado I pulled my 20’ flatbed from Indiana to my home in Alaska. I pull my 24ft toyhauler, my 24ft ocean boat and I am enjoying the Alaskan life in my ATC Chevy Silverado High Country.”
"I enjoy... providing peer mentorship for other folks in my same situation."
Joe Arcidiacono
Vehicle: GMC Sierra Denali
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I’m a retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief that was paralyzed in a motorcycle accident in 2012. I enjoy tinkering, woodworking, shooting (bows and guns), and providing peer mentorship for other folks in my same situation.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “Stock suspension ride and ground clearance.”
"My truck gave me independence and the ability to go literally anywhere."
Austin Hanner
Vehicle: GMC Sierra Denali
Conversion: Driver’s Side
Introduction: “I’m from Ankeny, Iowa, and I am an Operations Manager for a Home Health Care Agency..”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “My truck gave me independence and the ability to go literally anywhere.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “I bought a house that was a fixer-upper, and being able to use my truck to pick up material and tools has been amazing.”
"We chose ATC because they were the only company that could provide an accessible vehicle modification to something other than a minivan."
Carol & William Lugg
Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Conversion: Passenger’s Side
Introduction: “First and foremost, I am a passionate follower of Jesus Christ. I am a retired Technical Program Manager for the Air Force. I restore Jeep CJs and am a Model Railroader. My wife, Carol, has been disabled for about six and a half years.”
How does your ATC vehicle improve everyday life? “We live on the rural eastern Great Plains of Colorado. The only access to our house is via dirt roads and winter access can be through a foot of snow or more. An accessible minivan just wasn’t going to cut it for us. The modified truck has proven to be just the ticket both in the snow and in the summer monsoon season when we get heavy afternoon rains that turn the dirt roads to a muddy mess. We also like to get off-road and explore old railroad rights-of-way and ghost towns in the Colorado mountains; all of that is available to us with this vehicle. This truck conversion has provided us with mobility we never thought possible.”
What are your favorite features of the conversion? “Our favorite features are the way the doors have been modified and provide a cover in bad weather, the superior quality of the modification (fit and finish) and the fact that the modification has been fully safety tested so we can have peace of mind that it is road worthy and safe in the event of an accident.”